16171 (_She is now looking for …_) 1932

Created in 1932 by German artist John Elsas, "16171 (_She is now looking for ..._)" is a watercolor on paper housed at the Städel Museum. The artwork depicts a figure in profile wearing a pink hat with a yellow-bodied animal held in their arm. The simple, yet expressive, use of color and form creates a sense of whimsy and evokes a sense of childhood innocence. The accompanying text adds a layer of intrigue, hinting at a narrative that awaits interpretation.